NHS - Wheelchair Service - Mid Essex

Provides wheelchairs and other equipment to those who are unable to walk or who have a long-term disability which affects their walking.

How it can help

The Wheelchair Service has a dedicated team of occupational therapists, physiotherapists and technicians will assess your clinical needs and provide you with a wheelchair and postural support seating that’s right for you.

They will continue to support you with maintenance and periodic reviews to see how you are getting on.

They are not able to treat anyone with a temporary disability which stops them walking, for example if you have broken your leg.

Age

All ages

Eligibility

Adults or children with a permanent disability, must be registered with a GP in the mid Essex area.

Referral by a healthcare professional, such as a GP, nurse or physiotherapist required.

How to access

Contact by phone or email.

Opening hours

Monday: 9:00-16:00
Tuesday: 9:00-16:00
Wednesday: 9:00-16:00
Thursday: 9:00-16:00
Friday: 9:00-16:00
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

As well as their wheelchair clinics they can also provide home, hospital and school/college visits

Venue
location

Wren House
Hedgerows Business Park, Colchester Road
Chelmsford
CM2 5PF
United Kingdom

Special need

Physical disability

Area(s) covered

Braintree
Chelmsford
Maldon

Cost

Free

Is the service available online?

No

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